THOMPSON, C.J.
The City of Kennewick appeals a judgment awarding Darwin and Lois Lambier $25,000 plus attorney fees for inverse condemnation. The City argues primarily that its actions did not constitute a "taking" pursuant to Const. art. 1, § 16 (amend. 9). We affirm.
In 1972, Benton County and the City of Kennewick built a railroad underpass on Canal Drive east of Yost Avenue. Canal Drive makes an S-shaped curve under the rail line.
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